Job Summary:

The Direct Care staff is responsible for working within integrated, inter-professional teams to provide direct care services to families and individuals impacted by opioid and substance use disorders. Suitable candidates in this position may consider applying for a spot with a future On-PACE training cohort, after six months of continuous employment, if future career goals include becoming a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) or a Certified Alcohol and Drug and Counselor (CADC).

Location:

We are hiring in

Grants Pass Pay:

$19.44 + differential Time worked between the hours of 10pm

•6am are subject to an additional $1.50 overnight shift differential.

Shifts:

10pm

•8am, Wed

•

Sat Status:

Non-exempt, may be full or part-time. Scheduled shifts may require evening, overnight, weekend and/or holiday work. Overtime may be required, as residential staff must stay on site until next shift staff or staff replacement arrives.

Essential Functions:

Develop skills to co-facilitate and lead effective group experiences with

CADC I/II.

Assess and diagnose treatment needs for the assigned client groups. Develop individualized treatment plans. Ability to establish empathy with individuals during their recovery process. Implement and maintain strong professional boundaries. Participate in staff meetings and training opportunities. Track and record activities on case management logs and in EHR. Maintain accurate records and complete all forms, assessments. File management paperwork as directed. Ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with a criminal background. Ability to focus on and reinforce positive strengths and behaviors. Willingness to work flexible hours. Able to perform tasks that include shift work, client transportation, facilitating life skills, medication administration, case management, light housekeeping, and or/cooking in a residential facility. Scheduled hours may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

High school diploma/GED required. Proof of valid Oregon driver's license. Must pass background check and drug screen.

Preferred Skills:

Prior experience in health care or human services environments (preferred). Spanish language skills are a plus. Associate degree or combination of education, experience, and skills. Continuum is an equal opportunity employer. Continuum does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family relationship, marital status, veteran status, military service, employment status, or any other classification protected by local, state, or federal law. Any person who needs accommodation to participate in the application process should communicate with Human Resources. Any employee who needs accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job should communicate with their supervisor. Continuum will work with an applicant or employee to evaluate whether there is a reasonable accommodation that does not pose an undue hardship on the operations of their department.

Benefits:

100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, & Vision for Employees (dependent coverage is available at a cost to the employee) Flexible Spending Account 403(b) 6% Match, after One Year of Employment Paid Time Off (3.75 weeks to start) + 2 Floating Holidays + 2 Mental Health Days 9 Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Career Progression and Professional Development Opportunities (On-PACE eligible as early as 6 months of continuous employment)

Experience:

Caregiving:

1 year (Preferred)

Pay:

$19.44 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position requires you to have a valid Oregon Driver's License. Do you meet this requirement?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

client care or other human service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person